App Coding Instructor

Job title: App Coding Instructor

Company: Togetherhood

Job description: We highly value the contributions of experienced educators in our instructor community. Therefore, we require all applicants to:(1) showcase relevant teaching experience on your resume.
(2) If you have a passion for education but lack formal teaching experience, please include a compelling cover letter explaining your interest in teaching and why you believe you would excel in an educational role.About TogetherhoodTogetherhood is a marketplace for independent enrichment providers. We are a trusted source of consistently-outstanding enrichment experiences, across any topic, whether it be arts & crafts, skateboarding, breakdancing, performing arts with Broadway performers, STEM through the lens of Harry Potter or soccer with a former college athlete. We are a safe, secure community where children can experience the world around them, learn and, most importantly, have fun with their friends in programs led by other members of the community. Our mission is to enable consistently outstanding enrichment so that every one (regardless of their circumstances) has the opportunity to become who they aspire to be. We are focused on finding passionate, talented enrichment providers and giving them the autonomy and support they need to create engaging and magical experiences for children.What You’ll DoAs a Coding Instructor you are expected to:

Enthusiastically engage students during instructional sessions
Help students gain confidence in their ability to learn and succeed
Constantly assess and consider ways to improve classroom experience
Maintain regular communications with the Launch Program Coordinators

Requirements

For STEM classes, subject matter expertise in related sciences, tech, or math; A passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids; Ability to code using Scratch and Python (a must)
Strong desire to teach children
Personable, friendly, reliable and communicative
Previous experience working with students as an instructor or tutor or in a similar capacity
A relatively flexible schedule and the ability to commit to servicing students for an extended duration, preferably the remaining part of the academic year
Access to transportation to get to and from the school
Most important, the belief that every student can learn and love math and science

Benefits